Creative Arts Charter
Elementary school in San Francisco, CA · San Francisco Unified · Grades K-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 57% of Creative Arts Charter students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 43% met the math standard. In reading, that is 8 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 57% of Bay Area elementary schools, and it ranks 31st of 74 public elementary schools in San Francisco. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were 2 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 56% | 57% | 57% | +1 pt |
| Math | 45% | 41% | 43% | −2 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Arts Charter | 57% | 43% |
| San Francisco County | 53% | 45% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 36% | 42% |
| 4th grade | 63% | 59% |
| 5th grade | 45% | 37% |
| 6th grade | 57% | 38% |
| 7th grade | 77% | 41% |
| 8th grade | 57% | 44% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Homes near Creative Arts Charter
The typical home value in ZIP code 94115, where Creative Arts Charter is located, is $1.58M, up 19.2% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby elementary schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Rosa Parks ElementarySan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 39% | 32% | $1.58M |
| 0.6 mi | John Muir ElementarySan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 40% | 49% | $1.70M |
| 0.6 mi | William L. Cobb ElementarySan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 47% | 33% | $1.58M |
| 0.9 mi | Tenderloin CommunitySan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 18% | 13% | $742K |
| 0.9 mi | San Francisco Public MontessoriSan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 42% | 35% | $1.58M |
| 0.9 mi | Chinese Immersion School at DeAvilaSan Francisco · Grades K-5 | 82% | 84% | $1.70M |
School details
- Address
- 1601 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (415) 749-3509
- District
- San Francisco Unified
- County
- San Francisco County
- Grades
- K-8
- Students
- 420 (2025-26)
- Type
- Elementary school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 1994
- Website
- www.creativeartscharter.org
- State school code
- 38684786112601
Common questions
How did Creative Arts Charter do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 57% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 43% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Creative Arts Charter?
420 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-8.
How much do homes cost near Creative Arts Charter?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94115, where Creative Arts Charter is located, is $1.58M, up 19.2% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Creative Arts Charter guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.